Elgin Fish Shop is a fish and chip restaurant at 697 Childers Rd in Te Hapara, Gisborne, rated 4.1 on Google from 58 reviews. Customers often mention the fish and chips, the portion sizes and the batter, though some reviewers were unhappy with the cleanliness of the shop, the wait at pick-up and fish that was cooked from frozen.
Fish and chip shops differ a lot in how fresh their fish is, so ask whether it is cooked to order or held and reheated. If you are picking up, ask how long the order will take, and order a little ahead at busy times. Look at the shop itself before you order, since cleanliness says a lot about the kitchen.
For Te Hapara and Gisborne locals who want a classic fish and chip meal close to home, Elgin Fish Shop on Childers Rd is worth a try, with a quick check of your order before you leave.